1. Overview
Pass Plus is a practical training course that takes at least 6 hours and is for drivers to improve their skills and drive more safely.
It can be taken at any time although it should be most useful to new drivers in the year after passing their test.
You’ll need a Pass Plus registered approved driving instructor (ADI) to teach you. PJ’s Driving Academy instructor Iain is Pass Plus Registered
It may help you get a car insurance discount if you successfully complete the course.
2. Booking Pass Plus
You need to book Pass Plus with a Pass Plus registered approved driving instructor (ADI).
You can contact the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to check if an instructor is registered with Pass Plus. You’ll need their name and ADI number. This can be provided on request
DVSA Pass Plus team
passplus@dsa.gsi.gov.uk
0115 936 6504
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
Fees

PJ’s Driving Academy charges £140 for the course.
3. How Pass Plus training works
Pass Plus training takes at least 6 hours. It has 6 modules, covering driving:
• in town
• in all weathers
• on rural roads
• at night
• on dual carriageways
• on motorways
All modules should be practical sessions, although local conditions may mean some are theory based. You’ll normally spend at least 5.5 hours driving.
You won’t take a test but you’ll be assessed throughout the course. To pass you’ll have to reach the required standard in all modules.
You’ll be sent a Pass Plus certificate after you’ve successfully finished your training. You’ll need this when applying for a car insurance discount.
Contact the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Pass Plus team for more information.
DVSA Pass Plus team
passplus@dsa.gsi.gov.uk
0115 936 6504
Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm
4. Car insurance discounts
Once you’ve completed Pass Plus you may be able to get a car insurance discount. You’ll need your Pass Plus certificate.
Check with insurers that you can still get a discount if you passed your practical driving test more than a year ago.
The amount of discount depends on the insurance company. Not all insurers offer Pass Plus discounts.
You might be able to put the discount on hold for up to 2 years if you don’t have a car at the moment – check with the insurance company first.